A limestone quarry in Oxfordshire, UK, has earned the nickname “dinosaur highway” due to the discovery of hundreds of dinosaur footprints dating back to the Middle Jurassic Period, around 166 million years ago. Known as Dewars Farm Quarry, the site offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these prehistoric giants. A Historic Discovery In … Read more
Outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden recently unveiled comprehensive regulations aimed at controlling the global diffusion of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. These new measures tighten controls on AI model weights, chip exports, and compute purchasing while fostering secure partnerships with allied nations. While designed to safeguard national security and maintain America’s technological leadership, the rules … Read more
Illegal mining—often a byproduct of unregulated or abandoned mine sites—is a persistent issue in South Africa. The recent tragedy at the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine near Stilfontein has highlighted the grim realities of informal mining practices, governance failures, and human rights concerns. With reports of over 100 deaths and more than 500 miners still trapped underground … Read more
NATO has announced the launch of a new military initiative, “Baltic Sentry,” aimed at bolstering the protection of critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea region. The initiative was unveiled during a high-profile Summit of Baltic Sea Allies in Helsinki, co-hosted by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Alexander Stubb of Finland, and Prime Minister Kristen … Read more
A new astronomical observatory atop Panchet Hill in Purulia, West Bengal, established by the S.N. Bose Centre for Basic Sciences, is set to contribute significantly to astrophysical research. Positioned strategically along the 86° E longitude, it fills a critical gap in global observatory coverage. The facility will aid in observing transient astronomical phenomena, training students, … Read more
